THE OPEN LANDSCAPE:
Atmosphere and Light with Ballpoint Pen

In this course I'll guide you through my process as I build one complete landscape drawing, from the first line to the finishing touches. Along the way you'll learn how to create light, depth and a full range of tone with nothing more than a ballpoint pen.

08
Modules

25
Video Lessons

08
Hours of Content

  • Upcoming In-Person Workshops

Ink Drawing with Luis Colan

Sunday, October 19, 2025
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, Hartford, CT
9am - 3pm


Start the morning with a walk through of the Hudson River School galleries and sketch from the works on display. Then practice pen drawing techniques to capture landscapes in the collection. Open to adults at all levels of artistic ability.

Drawing paper, pens, museum admission, and lunch included.
Participants may bring their own supplies, such as sketchbooks and pencils. 

Gift from Zebra Pen included.

Space is limited and registration is required via thewadsworth.org. $85; $75 members, Hartford residents, and college students with ID.